Ring cameras can now recognize faces and help to find lost pets

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Amazon introduced AI-powered features for Ring cameras, including facial recognition and a lost pet search system, enhancing home security.
Ring cameras can now recognize faces and help to find lost pets
A What happened
Amazon has launched a series of AI-powered features for its Ring cameras, enhancing home security and user interaction. The standout feature, 'Familiar Faces,' allows users to enroll friends and family members' faces, enabling the camera to alert them when recognized visitors arrive. Additionally, the 'Search Party' feature helps locate lost pets by networking with other Ring users in the neighborhood. Both features will be integrated into the new Alexa+ Greetings system, which provides tailored greetings based on recognized faces. The new Ring devices will utilize 'Retinal Vision' technology for improved video quality. These updates are set to roll out in December, with the pet search feature launching in November.

Key insights

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    Familiar Faces Feature: Uses AI to identify known visitors and alert users.

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    Search Party for Pets: Connects Ring users to help locate lost pets.

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    Alexa+ Greetings Integration: Enhances user interaction with personalized greetings.

Takeaways

These advancements reflect Amazon's commitment to enhancing home security through innovative technology.

Topics

Technology & Innovation Artificial Intelligence Gadgets